The HIPAA Security Rule was scheduled to be finalized in May 2026. The proposed update eliminates the distinction between required and addressable safeguards, making all security controls mandatory with no
Many organizations build compliance programs as new obligations emerge. A HIPAA audit lands on the calendar, so a HIPAA program gets built. A federal contract comes through, so a FedRAMP
Healthcare organizations are adopting AI faster than any previous technology shift in the industry. From diagnostic support tools and clinical documentation assistants to revenue cycle automation, AI is already embedded
Some healthcare organizations operate with untested quiet confidence. Annual HIPAA training is completed. Policies are documented and signed. IT confirms systems are secure. Years pass without incident. The conclusion feels
The compliance community has been paying close attention to a recent article detailing allegations that a platform offering a fast, low-cost path to SOC 2 and HIPAA readiness may have
If healthcare data is the lifeblood of modern care, trust is its heartbeat. Every system that handles patient information (from EHRs to mobile apps) must prove it’s both secure and
Running a small clinic often means everyone wears multiple hats. Doctors and therapist juggle roles as administrators, office managers, IT support, and billing staff with “compliance officer” often added to
If you run a mental health clinic, your patients already see privacy as non-negotiable, and they’re right. In one national survey, 92% of mental health patients still had privacy concerns
Many health IT vendors breathe a sigh of relief after achieving ONC Health IT Certification. It feels like a major compliance hurdle cleared. But here’s the reality: that certification doesn’t
